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SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) LEADER

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Materiel Command
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Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a work leader, to provide training, certification and knowledge of an aircraft sheet metal mechanic working directly with journeymen and non-journeymen performing all tasks assigned to an aircraft sheet metal mechanic.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
10/18/2018 to 10/24/2018
Salary
$26.40 to - $30.80 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WL 10
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Tinker AFB, OK
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Confidential
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
AFMC-10332879-378449-9V-ALW
Control number
513921400

Duties

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  • Provides guidance and passes on to others instructions received from supervisor and gets work started.
  • Examines aircraft sheet metal structures to locate cracks, breaks, holes, bulges, dents, and loose or missing rivets.
  • Uses basic hand and power tools such as hammers, chisels, hand snips, band and circle saws, squaring sheers, seamers, bar folders, brakes, and stakes.
  • Works as an expert to analyze, troubleshoot, and perform all aspects of an aircraft sheet metal mechanic leader.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • A security clearance may be required
  • This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Position may be subject to random drug testing
  • May be required to be certified for working with and/or removing hazardous materials.
  • May be required to work shifts or uncommon tours of duty. Subject to call back ato meet emergency situations.
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: Specialized experience must include planning, laying out, fabricating, modifying, repairing, assembling, and installing complex aircraft sheet metal parts, items, and assemblies that have combined straight and curved edges of irregular curves and planes.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-3800 - Metal Work Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is WG-3800 - Metal Work Family

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

  1. Ability to provide leadership and direction working side by side with other trade and craft personnel in the performance and accomplishment of their duties.
  2. Knowledge of the characteristics and properties of any metals used in the trade, e.g., stainless steel, magnesium, and alloys.
  3. Knowledge of safety and environmental standards, regulations, and requirements.
  4. Skill in planning, laying out work, and manufacturing aircraft sheet metal parts and components that have combined straight and curved edges, and irregular angles, planes, and curves.
  5. Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications.
  6. Ability to examine aircraft sheet metal structures to locate cracks, breaks, holes, bulges, dents, and loose or missing rivets and determine the type and extent of repairs needed to restore original strength.
  7. Ability to use computer terminals to maintain records and document actions.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

90-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 90-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. The law made taxable certain reimbursements and other payments, including driving mileage, airfare and lodging expenses, en-route travel to the new duty station, and temporary storage of those items. The Federal Travel Regulation Bulletin (FTR) 18-05 issued by General Services Administration (GSA) has authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance (WTA) and Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) to pay for "substantially all" of the increased tax liability resulting from the "2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" for certain eligible individuals. For additional information on WTA/RITA allowances and eligibilities, please visit: https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/FTR%20Bulletin%2018_05%20Relocation%20Allowances_0.pdf

Physical Effort: Work encompasses strenuous physical exertion when bending and shaping the more complex items in handling larger and bulkier items. Physical exertion is moderate and includes prolonged standing; climbing up and down ladders and scaffolding; working in cramped and awkward positions while installing items; and reaching, lifting, and bending while using hand and powered tools. Weight lifted seldom exceeds 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: Works both inside and outside and is subjected to a moderate amount of noise and vibration from shop machines and to a variety of weather conditions. Subject to cuts, bruises, falls, and burns. Required to wear safety glasses when performing eye hazardous operations.

Other significant facts:

  1. The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.
  2. May be required to be certified for working with and/or removing hazardous materials.
  3. May be required to work shifts or uncommon tours of duty. Subject to call back ato meet emergency situations.
  4. May be required to obtain an appropriate clearance to perform work in sensitive areas.
  5. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

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